Why China Eyes Taiwan: Chips, US Arms, Strategic Location Fuel Tensions

• Taiwan's TSMC produces over 90% of advanced semiconductor chips, vital for global tech and China's economy.
• US arms packages, like HIMARS and ATACMS, strengthen Taiwan's defense, provoking China's 'One China Policy' stance.
• Taiwan's strategic location in the 'First Island Chain' offers China Pacific access and control over crucial trade routes.
• China conducts 'Justice Mission 2025' military drills, aiming to demonstrate its ability to isolate Taiwan.
• A full-scale war could devastate the global economy ($10 trillion loss) and destroy Taiwan's chip industry.

Why It Matters: China's aggressive stance on Taiwan is driven by its semiconductor dominance, US support, and strategic location.